Registered Nurse NICU

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Murfreesboro, TN
• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford
• Department: NICU
• Schedule: PRN | Nights

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Deliver hands-on patient care and execute physician and nursing orders following organizational protocols.
• Implement, monitor, and adjust individualized patient care plans.
• Continuously track, document, and report changes in patient conditions to the healthcare team.
• Serve as the primary lead coordinating care across all clinical disciplines.
• Assess post-care needs and collaborate with the healthcare team to prepare patients for discharge.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Required Credential(s):

• Licensed Compact State Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

One or more of the following:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Instructor specializing in Basic Life Support obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

One or more of the following:

• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Certification specializing in The S.T.A.B.L.E Program credentialed from the S.T.A.B.L.E. Program obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Instructor specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Instructor specializing in The S.T.A.B.L.E Program obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Deliver hands-on patient care and execute physician and nursing orders following organizational protocols.
• Implement, monitor, and adjust individualized patient care plans.
• Continuously track, document, and report changes in patient conditions to the healthcare team.
• Serve as the primary lead coordinating care across all clinical disciplines.
• Assess post-care needs and collaborate with the healthcare team to prepare patients for discharge.

Qualifications

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Required Credential(s):

• Licensed Compact State Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

One or more of the following:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Instructor specializing in Basic Life Support obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

One or more of the following:

• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Certification specializing in The S.T.A.B.L.E Program credentialed from the S.T.A.B.L.E. Program obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Instructor specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Instructor specializing in The S.T.A.B.L.E Program obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.